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In July 2026, Orchid Island Capital, Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 results showing net income of US$89.19 million versus a net loss a year earlier, with basic earnings per share from continuing operations improving to US$0.44 from a loss per share of US$0.29. Over the same period, the company also completed a long-running share repurchase program…
Franco Baresi, the legendary former AC Milan defender and Italy international, has passed away at the age of 66. Baresi won six Serie A titles and three European Cups (Champions Leagues) during 20 seasons at Milan, and also lifted the 1982 World Cup with Italy. This is the Baresi chapter from The Soccer 100, The…
According to the website, the Galaxy S27 Pro model will carry a 5200mAh battery, while the range-topping Galaxy S27 Ultra will come equipped with a 5700mAh or even 5800mAh cell. The former will be a brand new model, so there isn’t too much to say about these claims. However, the latter follows directly on from…
Key Points Apple just launched a new Upgrade leasing program for all of its devices. Leasing an iPhone through the program, facilitated by Klarna, will cost as little as $17.99 per month. The new leasing options could convince customers to upgrade more often and shift their spending to higher-priced tiers. 10 stocks we like better…
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Adi Prasad, a 35-year-old cofounder and CEO of AI manufacturing startup Matter. It’s been edited for length and clarity. When I graduated from MIT in 2015 with a master’s degree in mechanical engineering, one company stood out to me: Tesla. I was fascinated by manufacturing, and…
Despite recent growth, North Korea’s economy remains very small, with its nominal gross national income estimated at US$34 billion last year, equivalent to 1.8% of South Korea’s. (KCNA/EPA Images pic) SEOUL: North Korea’s economy grew 3.5% in 2025 on rising trade with Russia and China, marking a third consecutive year of growth above 3%, according…
Hong Kong’s economy expanded by 4.3 per cent year on year in the second quarter of 2026, with the government expecting “solid growth” to continue for the remainder of the year. A government spokesman attributed the robust momentum to buoyant external trade and resilient domestic demand. “Looking ahead, the Hong Kong economy should continue to…
Xi Jinping’s remarks come ahead of the 99th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Liberation Army on Saturday. (EPA Images pic) BEIJING: China’s President Xi Jinping urged senior leaders of the ruling Communist Party on Friday to deepen the fight against corruption in the military and to advance the modernisation of national defence, state…
Hong Kong (ANTARA/ACN Newswire) – Mainland enterprises are increasingly expanding into ASEAN, as they pursue new growth opportunities overseas, with Malaysia emerging as one of the region’s key destinations for business development and investment. Preliminary findings from a new Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) survey show that ASEAN has become a major…